Small Group Questions

1. What does it mean to love God? According to John's simple explanation in 1 John 5:3, how would you define loving God? Why do you think John kept this definition so straightforward?

2. Why aren't God's commands burdensome? The sermon mentions three reasons why obedience isn't a burden. Can you identify them? Which one resonates most with your experience?

3. What's the foundation? Before we can truly obey God, what does the sermon say must happen first? How is believing in Jesus different from just mental agreement?


4. What's the cost vs. burden difference? The sermon says obedience has a cost but isn't a burden. Can you think of examples from your own life where something costly wasn't burdensome because you valued it?


5. Where does true obedience come from? According to the sermon, what's the difference between outward compliance and heart obedience? Why does this matter?


6. How do we hide God's word in our hearts? The Psalm 119 reference talks about hiding God's word in our hearts. What are some practical ways you could do this in your daily life?

Keep His Commands - 1 John 5:1-11